Family Friendly Cellar Doors & Playgrounds in McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast

Best Family Friendly Cellar Doors(Wineries and Experiences)

McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast is one of South Australia’s top family travel destinations, where adults can enjoy iconic cellar doors and kids can explore playgrounds, wildlife, lawns and outdoor fun. Whether you’re planning a day trip or weekend escape from Adelaide, this guide covers the best kid-friendly wineries, playgrounds, picnic spots and local treats.

Maxwell Wines -  

Play in the iconic hedge maze and relax on shaded lawns — perfect for kids and wine lovers alike.

Best For - Maze fun, kids who love exploring, lawn space, long relaxed visits

Lloyd Brothers 

Kids get toys, colouring and open lawns; parents enjoy Mediterranean-inspired wines

Best for: Lawn play, colouring-in kids, casual family lunch vibes

Woodstock Wines 

Visit the Wildlife sanctuary (paid visits), feed kangaroos and enjoy a playground on site – Supervised feeding time is 11:30am daily for the western grey kangaroos and wallabies. 

Best for: Animals, wildlife encounters, playground time, curious little explorers

More Family Friendly Cellar Doors-  

Harry's Deli, Serafino Wines, The Vine Shed, Lazy Ballerina, Willunga Creek Wines, Angove Family Winemakers, Bec Hardy Wines - with lawn games, cubby houses and kids menus

Best Playgrounds& Outdoor Spaces

Jubilee Park Adventure Playground (Port Noarlunga)

One of the region’s most iconic playgrounds, Jubilee Park is known for its large wooden forts, climbing structures and adventure-style play zones that keep energetic kids busy. Located close to the Onkaparinga River and Port Noarlunga township, it’s an easy stop to pair with a river walk, beach visit or café break.

Best for: Big kids, climbing, adventurous play, burning energy

Wilfred Taylor Reserve Nature Playground

A modern nature-based playground designed around exploration and creative play. Timber elements, natural textures and open space encourage climbing, balancing and imaginative adventures, making it a favourite for families with mixed-age kids.

Best for: Nature play, exploring, imaginative kids, mixed age

McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre Playground

A convenient playground right in the heart of McLaren Vale, ideal for a quick break during a day of exploring cellar doors and local attractions. With shaded areas and nearby picnic spots, it’s an easy win for families on the move.

Best for: Quick stops, younger kids, picnics, breaking up a wine-region drive

Rotary Park (Christies Beach)

A popular seaside park just steps from Christies Beach, with open grass areas, play equipment and picnic spots. It’s perfect for combining playground time with a beach walk, swim or fish and chips by the sea.

Best for: Beach + playground combo, relaxed play, picnics by the coast

Thalassa Park (Story Book Walk)

A unique outdoor story trail where families can walk, read and explore at the same time. The Story Book Walk winds through natural bushland, making it ideal for curious kids who love books and gentle nature adventures.

Best for: Quiet time, book-loving kids, pram walks, gentle exploring

Frank Hilton Reserve (Maslin Beach)

A spacious coastal reserve above Maslin Beach with lawns, shade and plenty of room to run. It’s a great stop for a picnic or play break before heading down to the beach or exploring nearby coastal walking trails.

Best for: Open space, running around, coastal views, picnic stops

Market Square (Old Noarlunga)

Located in the historic township of Old Noarlunga, this leafy park offers a relaxed place for families to pause. With open space, nearby cafés and easy access to the river and walking trails, it’s perfect for a slower stop on your day out.

Best for: Historic village stop, cafés nearby, shady rest breaks, slower family strolls

Local Eats & Quick Bites for Families

The Cottage Bakery – ‘Mighty Milk’ is a smaller milkshake served in the old-fashioned milk bottles. There are also free baby chinos, a cubbyhouse, sandpit and boat for kids to play on, and a picnic area.

CJ's Bakery - Their Award Winning Chocolate Donut, Vanilla Slice Donut, Jam Donut, Vanilla Slice, Pies and hot cross buns are too good to miss here!

Willunga Bakery – The delicious shortbread is a hit with big and little kids.

Beck’s Bakehouse – Cocktail pies, pasties and sausage rolls. Doughnuts and custard tarts are a hit.

Clarendon Bakery -This is award winning and seriously delicious!

Homegrain Bakery - Aldinga is even better with a delish home made pastie or sausage roll to enjoy here

There are plenty of great bakeries right across McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast, talk to the Visitor Information Centre to find out more.

Other Family-Friendly Things to do in McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast

1. Shiraz Trail bike/walking route — great for scooters, bikes, families.

2. Beaches & surf lessons — family swimming spots and picnic beaches.

3. Adelaide Biplanes — kids can watch planes take off.

Great wine for the grown-ups, room to play for the kids, and coastal air to top it all off — McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast makes family days out feel easy.

Pack the snacks, bring the scooters, and take your time exploring cellar doors, playgrounds and seaside stops along the way.

Ready to plan your next family outing? There’s plenty more waiting to be discovered.